High School Assistant Academic Administrator

Stride Learning•St Louis, MO

1d•Remote

About The Position

School Leadership focuses on leading and managing areas of business operations within the school including: leading development and implementation of plans, policies, and strategies in support of business objectives; creating and tracking key performance metrics; collaborating with internal stakeholders to support initiatives that drive operational and financial performance and growth. Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years related professional experience Required Certificates and Licenses: Appropriate and current Missouri Department of Education Academic Administrator licensure or proof of MO licensure application Residency Requirement: Missouri residents preferred, may consider candidates in surrounding states Start Date: Immediate The High School Assistant Administrator directs and coordinates educational, administrative and counseling activities of high school students by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANYONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. The mission of Missouri Virtual Academy (MOVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us! Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Missouri Virtual Academy (MOVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team! This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Ensures conformance of educational programs to state and local school board standards through evaluation, development and coordination activities; As needed, researches and implements non-K12 curriculum resources that meet state standards; Helps articulate the school’s mission and vision with the aim of ensuring all stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively to achieve desired results; Utilizes/relies heavily upon communication technologies and practices that most effectively support a predominantly virtual / remote work environment; Ensures that the school is meeting the needs of students while complying with local, state, and federal laws regarding special education and other categorical programs (such as Title I, LAP, CTE); Interfaces with students, families, local Municipal Court systems, and local districts regarding compliance as it relates to student attendance and engagement in educational program as defined by school policy and student handbook expectations; Develops and oversees implementation of the school’s Student Achievement Improvement Plan. Supervises and evaluates teaching staff; Manages teacher performance, developing and providing necessary training to support their professional development; Manages Master and Lead Teachers and programs; Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school; Coordinates with teacher and K12 Enrollment regarding expulsions and withdrawals; SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : Directly supervises 15-30 Full-time Equivalent (FTE) regular employees and/or contractors. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Previous Supervisory Experience Master’s degree AND Five (5) years of educational experience OR Equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to clear required background check OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency. Ability to travel 20% of the time for meetings, professional development, etc. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience as an online Educator Previous administrative experience Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years related professional experience
Appropriate and current Missouri Department of Education Academic Administrator licensure or proof of MO licensure application
Missouri residents preferred, may consider candidates in surrounding states
Previous Supervisory Experience
Master’s degree AND Five (5) years of educational experience OR Equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to clear required background check
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.)
Web proficiency
Ability to travel 20% of the time for meetings, professional development, etc.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an online Educator
Previous administrative experience

Responsibilities

Ensures conformance of educational programs to state and local school board standards through evaluation, development and coordination activities
As needed, researches and implements non-K12 curriculum resources that meet state standards
Helps articulate the school’s mission and vision with the aim of ensuring all stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively to achieve desired results
Utilizes/relies heavily upon communication technologies and practices that most effectively support a predominantly virtual / remote work environment
Ensures that the school is meeting the needs of students while complying with local, state, and federal laws regarding special education and other categorical programs (such as Title I, LAP, CTE)
Interfaces with students, families, local Municipal Court systems, and local districts regarding compliance as it relates to student attendance and engagement in educational program as defined by school policy and student handbook expectations
Develops and oversees implementation of the school’s Student Achievement Improvement Plan
Supervises and evaluates teaching staff
Manages teacher performance, developing and providing necessary training to support their professional development
Manages Master and Lead Teachers and programs
Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school
Coordinates with teacher and K12 Enrollment regarding expulsions and withdrawals
Directly supervises 15-30 Full-time Equivalent (FTE) regular employees and/or contractors
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems